As a 20-year public servant, I’ve invested my education and expertise serving the greater Los Angeles community, working alongside residents, stakeholders, government leaders, and nonprofits to address critical challenges that impact our most vulnerable families. From emergent economic development to disaster preparedness, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible resilience of our communities—and the importance of acting swiftly in times of need. The recent wildfires have devastate

Happy New month! January has been a month of upheaval—one that has tested the resilience of communities, families, and the very foundations of stability we often take for granted. Yet, if history has taught me anything, it’s that February always carries the promise of recovery and renewal. As a native of Altadena, I’ve been open about my family’s journey—our migration from Texas to Watts, then to Compton when my grandmother purchased her first home after becoming a registered